The trickster fox appears in stories that span the globe, including Aesop’s Fables, the Reynard tales, and Native American lore. The wily shape-shifter appeared in written works by Pierre de Saint-Cloud as early as 1170. In Aesop's Fables, foxes are often depicted as tricksters and are known for using their cunning, wit, and intelligence to outsmart friends and foes. In many cultures, they are considered helpful, and often benevolent guides, and some cunning foxes can transform into lovely young women, particularly with red hair.
When you see a single fox, it is considered good luck, though to spot a whole family of foxes is believed to be unlucky. Beware, if you hear a fox howl near your house, it might mean someone in the house will soon fall ill. To see a fox look back and bark means you might be going on a journey, and to dream of a fox means a deceitful person is lurking in your life.
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